Lugana

DENOMINAZIONE DI ORIGINE CONTROLLATA

Characteristics

Production Area

Lugana DOC. Vineyards planted on post-glacial marl soils.

Grape Varieties

Turbiana.

Refinement

In stainless steel tanks. About 3 months in the bottle.

Vinification

Soft pressing and fermentation at a controlled temperature.

Wine analysis

Alcohol: 13% by Vol.
Total acidity: about 5,8 g/l

Sensory Impressions

A rather intense straw colour, it is endowed with a fine, elegant nose, aromas of citrus and flowers, from grapefruit to yellow broom. Then pleasant almond and mineral notes follow.
The palate is perfectly balanced; the wine is sapid and crisp.

Serving Information

6-8° C.

Dining Accompaniment

When young, Lugana pairs well with both lake- and sea-fish dishes: fried anchovies, boiled sea bass and prawns. At its peak, it makes a most successful match with white meat, especially roasted rabbit

Longevity

3-4 years.